Associate
Kansas City Metropolitan Area
Finance – Finance /
Full-Time /
On-site
Join an established and highly respected private equity firm in Kansas City as an Associate. The role will demand comprehensive contributions ranging from investment thesis build to portfolio company management. Learn from top quality team members and increase the trajectory of your career growth curve.
Why We Like This
- Hands-on Middle Market Investing: Direct involvement in thesis build, deal analysis and portfolio management
- Strategic Impact: Small but mighty investment team... so a real opportunity to influence investment decisions and drive value creation across portfolio companies.
- Growth trajectory: Senior-level role within a high-end Midwest investment firm with local HNW LP's... Perform and the internal & external opportunities are extensive.
Requirements
- Transaction Experience This role requires hands-on experience with deal valuation and execution, tailored to middle-market investing. The right candidate will be expected to dive straight into investment research, underwriting, CIMs, and crafting investment memos without missing a beat.
- Strong Analytical & Financial Modeling Skills Sharp financial modeling and analytical chops are a must here. You'll be supporting investment decisions and tracking portfolio performance closely—key to driving real value creation.
- Curious & Methodical Investment Mindset The firm prides itself on a thoughtful, rigorous investment approach. They want someone who brings that same methodical mindset—able to work independently but also eager to grow within a fast-paced, dynamic investment setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Thorough Financial Analysis: Lead detailed due diligence on private equity targets, including building robust financial models, performing valuations, and conducting comprehensive market research.
- Support Deal Execution: Play a key role in structuring transactions, drafting investment memos, and liaising with legal and compliance to ensure seamless deal closings.
- Portfolio Monitoring: Oversee portfolio company performance through regular financial reporting, KPI tracking, and pinpointing value creation opportunities.
- Collaborate with Senior Team: Partner closely with senior leadership to shape investment theses and drive strategic decision-making.
- Build Industry and Market Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date insights on market trends, sector shifts, and competitive dynamics to sharpen investment strategies.
$135,000 - $165,000 a year
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